Sophie Emerson

Sophie Emerson is a Legislative and Regulatory Specialist in the firm’s government law section and brings experience in research, writing and project coordination to the firm’s clients across a variety of issue areas.

Prior to joining Nielsen Merksamer, Sophie worked at a prominent California-based public affairs agency where she helped guide strategic communications for leading businesses, foundations, and government entities. Previously, Sophie interned in the offices of Sacramento Councilmember Eric Guerra, Congresswoman Doris Matsui, Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis, and former Senate President Toni G. Atkins.

Sophie attended San Diego State University where she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Urban Studies and double minored in Interdisciplinary Studies and Public Law.